As a Project Manager with Cove, you will be surrounded by the best in the business, working as a team towards a common goal across a geographical territory. The role requires an entrepreneurial spirit, leadership and sound judgment to manage a large number of concurrently running construction projects
Responsibilities
- Manage all aspects of the home renovation process from hiring contractors, coordinating schedules, managing inspections to ordering materials and daily oversight of subcontractors.
- Oversee the turn key set-up of new modular homes including researching prospectuses, setback requirements, permitting, hiring contractors and make sure homes adhere to Cove community standards and fit within the overall budget requirements.
- Drive minor capital improvement projects such as clubhouse remodels, sport court renovations, and infrastructure upgrades across a regional territory from concept to completion.
- Provide guidance to the operations team on unforeseen/unbudgeted projects/issues.
- Expected to be a field matter expert across multiple disciplines from underground infrastructure, general building construction to mechanical and plumbing in order to guide the decision-making process.
- Be accountable for the projects performance and ensure that the company strategies and financial objectives are implemented effectively to achieve the overall project goals.
- Effectively lead on site construction meetings with contractors, engineers and consultants.
- Drive, develop, and cultivate relationships with architects, engineers, sub-contractors, inspectors and consultants.
- Travel is required, including some overnight trips. Individual must have the ability to travel via all forms of commercial transportation as required and have the ability/access to drive a vehicle.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in related field (engineering, construction management, architecture, real estate development) or equivalent education or experience.
- 7+ years of professional experience, specifically in asset management or construction management.
- Certified Associate in Project Management or Project Management Professional Certification preferred, or willingness to obtain.
- Thorough knowledge of general construction guidelines and standards.
- Must have advanced computer skills in Excel, Word, Powerpoint, etc.
- Knowledge of construction practices and labor costs in construction, plus a good knowledge of the uses and costs of materials.
- Ability to multi-task, which requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail and quality.
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and have a process improvement oriented mindset.
- Assure safety standards are used which comply with all company, local, City, State and Federal guidelines.
- Solid understanding of local, state and federal building code requirements.
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and have a process improvement oriented mindset
- Use independent judgment to analyze, troubleshoot and have make decisions.
About Cove Communities
Cove Communities is a well capitalized real estate investment and operating company. We own manufactured housing communities and RV resorts in Canada, the US and the UK. The founders of the company have a track record of building and managing dynamic, fast-growing companies with upward mobility and remuneration for team members who propel results.
Cove Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Cove is committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.